Explore Senior Accountant opportunities with organizations seeking experienced accounting professionals. Ladders features vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on financial reporting, close management, internal controls, compliance, and audit coordination. Browse openings to find a position that matches your expertise, industry experience, and career goals.
Senior Accountants help maintain accurate financial records and produce reliable reporting for business leaders and external stakeholders. Typical responsibilities include preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, supporting monthly and year-end close, analyzing variances, and helping ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve audit support, process improvement, and mentoring junior accounting staff.
Employers commonly seek strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), financial reporting, account reconciliations, and accounting systems. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to meet deadlines are valuable across industries. Some positions prefer a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, several years of progressive experience, or a CPA credential; requirements vary by employer and role.
Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, experience, and professional credentials. Ladders focuses on vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced professionals find senior-level roles with competitive compensation. Senior Accountants can advance into positions such as Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Controller, or other finance leadership roles.
Search Senior Accountant openings on Ladders to discover high-paying opportunities across a range of industries. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to roles aligned with your experience and next career step.
Strategic Account Manager - West Coast
$125K - $150K *
Champion growth by developing new enterprise accounts in Healthcare and Financial Services. Leverage strategic relationships and innovative solutions to drive business value and expand market presence...
4 days ago
Senior Consultant, Sage Intacct Implementation
$88K - $118K *
Join a team that's focused on driving operational excellence and technical solutions for clients. Lead transformative projects, enhance performance, and mentor junior consultants while ensuring succes...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Account Executive (U.S. Remote)
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer growth by leading enterprise sales efforts in a greenfield territory. Drive customer engagement, build pipelines, and close high-value deals while shaping the North American sales strategy for...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic tax team, driving compliance, planning, and research initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor associates to achieve departmental goals w...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $130K *
Manage strategic accounts within the Life Sciences sector, driving growth by cultivating customer relationships and identifying new business opportunities. Leverage industry knowledge to ensure alignm...
Reposted today
$125K *
Engage with clients as a strategic sales leader, driving new logo sales in the mid-market and enterprise sectors. Leverage your expertise in HRMS/Payroll solutions to exceed quotas and foster long-ter...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead and manage multiple large-scale projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver innovative software solutions in a global legal environment. Drive project succ...
3 weeks ago
Senior Client Partnership Manager
$90K - $98K *
Unlock potential by managing client partnerships and driving sales growth. Collaborate with internal teams and clients to achieve strategic goals, enhance marketing strategies, and identify new revenu...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower client success by leading integrated marketing campaigns, managing key accounts, and driving strategic growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions while ment...
5 days ago
Enterprise Account Executive, South Florida
$150K - $180K *
Champion the sales cycle to drive growth in large enterprise accounts, leveraging local market expertise and CISO relationships. Engage in technical evaluations and secure multi-year agreements while...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's driving sales success by leading and coaching a dynamic inbound sales team. You'll convert leads, set KPIs, and collaborate with marketing to enhance client acquisition strategies w...
4 days ago
Major Account Manager (Greater Raleigh-Durham, NC)
$110K - $130K *
Drive your career by serving as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors, leveraging solutions to address complex challenges and foster long-term partnersh...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Advanced Financial Specialist
$120K - $130K *
Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, ensuring compliance and profitability while developing strategic plans that support program success in a dynamic, innovative environment. Your exper...
4 weeks ago
Account Executive, Mid Market (Northeast)
$152K - $190K *
Champion the future of physical operations by leveraging IoT data to drive business transformation for mid-sized clients. Navigate complex sales processes, engage multiple stakeholders, and educate cu...
Reposted 3 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Shape the future of healthcare by driving new business revenue and building strong customer relationships. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver impactful solutions and navigate complex sales pro...
2 weeks ago
Channel Partner Manager, Accounting
$100K - $120K *
Execute growth strategies by building relationships with accounting partners, driving revenue through referrals, and collaborating across teams to enhance Ramp's market presence and client onboarding...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $122K *
Take ownership of financial planning and analysis for G&A expenses, driving insights and reporting for senior leadership. Collaborate with teams to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysi...
1 week ago
Manager, Commercial Accounting
$134K - $145K *
Optimize commercial accounting processes by managing revenue, inventory, and accounts receivable. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and drive process impro...
3 weeks ago
Sr Sales Account Manager - 2256
$128K - $214K *
Drive business growth within the Hyperscale segment by managing key accounts, executing strategic development plans, and fostering relationships across multiple teams to enhance product positioning an...
4 days ago
$75K - $112K *
Unlock potential by managing complex billing processes and leading a team to ensure accurate invoicing and exceptional customer service. Collaborate across departments to drive efficiency and implemen...
4 days ago
Account Supervisor - Real Estate
$80K - $95K *
Transform luxury engagement by leading strategic communications for high-profile real estate clients. Drive earned media strategies, manage client relationships, and collaborate with a dynamic team to...
3 days ago
$108K - $145K *
Drive your career forward by leading thorough project cost estimates. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop impactful strategies in a supportive environment, while honing your skills to tackle com...
4 weeks ago
Manager, Strategic Finance (GTM & Revenue)
$120K - $145K *
Take ownership of financial planning and analysis efforts, driving insights and process improvements to enhance business performance as we support a rapidly growing, innovative dental technology compa...
Reposted 5 days ago
Senior Account Executive (Remote) - Chicago
$100K - $120K *
Champion business growth by developing strategic sales initiatives in the OTT/CTV space. Leverage your industry expertise and relationships to build and manage a diverse client portfolio, ensuring sat...
1 week ago
Financial Institution Senior Consultant (SOX and FDICIA Controls)
$72K - $147K *
Analyze and implement regulatory compliance strategies for financial institutions, collaborating with clients to enhance risk management and internal controls. Leverage industry expertise to drive com...
1 week ago
What does a Senior Accountant do?
A Senior Accountant prepares and reviews financial records, supports monthly and year-end close, reconciles accounts, analyzes results, and helps maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. Duties vary by employer.
What qualifications are typically required for Senior Accountant jobs?
Many employers look for a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with several years of progressive accounting experience. Knowledge of GAAP and accounting software is common; CPA certification may be preferred or required for some positions.
How much do Senior Accountant jobs pay?
Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, credentials, and employer. Ladders specializes in vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, and listings provide role-specific compensation information when available.
What is the difference between a Staff Accountant and a Senior Accountant?
Senior Accountants generally take on more complex reporting and analysis, greater ownership of close and reconciliations, and may review work or mentor junior team members. Exact responsibilities differ among organizations.
What career paths can follow a Senior Accountant role?
Common next steps include Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Controller, or other finance leadership positions. Career progression depends on performance, experience, credentials, and the needs of the organization.
Where can I find Senior Accountant jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Ladders for vetted Senior Accountant opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Use job listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation.